September 2016 PARENTS HELPING PARENTS www.phpslo.org

September 2016 PARENTS HELPING PARENTS www.phpslo.org

September 2016
PARENTS HELPING PARENTS
PADRES AYUDANDO A PADRES
www.phpslo.org
PARENTS HELPING PARENTS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
PHP serves families of children with special needs throughout San Luis Obispo
County. Two lending libraries, which cover a wide variety of special needs topics,
are equipped with toys, games and a place for children to play while their
parents browse. PHP has a network of experienced staff and parents available
for mentoring and support. A reliable source of current information, referrals,
and training, PHP regularly e-mails a calendar to interested families.
Contact: SLO (805) 543-3277, Atascadero (805)461-7415, Grover Beach (805)904-6625 or
[email protected]
PHP sirve a familias de niños con necesidades especiales que viven en el condado de San Luis Obispo.
Tenemos dos bibliotecas con una diversidad de libros y materiales que cubren una amplia variedad de
temas relacionados a personas o niños con necesidades especiales. Nuestras bibliotecas están equipadas
con juguetes, juegos y un lugar para que los niños jueguen mientras los padres buscan la información
que necesitan. PHP dispone de una red de personal con experiencia y un grupo de padres con
conocimiento en necesidades especiales para orientar y apoyar. Nuestras bibliotecas son una fuente
confiable de información actualizada, referencias y entrenamiento. PHP regularmente manda correos
electrónicos a las familias interesadas con el calendario vigente. Usted puede ponerse en contacto con:
oficina de San Luis Obispo (805) 543-3277, Atascadero (805)461-7415, Grover Beach (805)904-6625 o
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/ParentsHelpingParentsSLO/
PHP SPONSORED EVENTS
** For all PHP events in Grover Beach, SLO or Atascadero, please RSVP to
[email protected] or call 543-3277.
CREATING A STRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT AT HOME
Are you having a hard time transitioning from the summer routine? Do you need a structure at
home? Does your child have difficulty with transitions?
PHP invites you to a workshop with Brenda Monterde, Clinical Director of National Behavior Care
Tuesday, September 7 from 6-7 pm
PHP, 940 Ramona Ave, Suite M, Grover Beach, CA
WELCOME TO AUTISM…NOW WHAT?
A panel of parents with children on the Autism Spectrum speaks on: talking to your child about
their diagnosis, sibling relationships, independence, community involvement, friendship and
more.
Wednesday September 21, 6-8 pm. Space is limited.
PHP, 7305 Morro Rd, Ste 104, Atascadero
PARENTS OF YOUNG ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES SUPPORT GROUP
Come and talk about the transition out of school, SSI, independence, social opportunities and
more.
Once a month: Tuesday, September 20 10:30-11:30 am
PHP, 7305 Morro Rd, Ste 104A, Atascadero
Call PHP Atascadero with questions 461-7415
GET CONNECTED AT PARENTS HELPING PARENTS
Does your child have a speech delay, sensory issues, ADHD or another diagnosis? Are they in
Early Start or do they have an IEP?
Get Connected events are for parents and their children ages 0-10 years old. Come check out
our new resources! Meet other parents and PHP’s staff at BOTH our Atascadero and San Luis
Obispo offices one Wednesday a month from 11am-12pm
September 14 11 am-12 pm. Organize Your Child’s Records. Bring in your paperwork- we’ll
provide the binder and inserts! RSVP mandatory.
San Luis Obispo
PHP Library, 3450 Broad St, Suite 111, SLO *staff is bilingual Español/English
Atascadero
PHP Library, 7305 Morro Rd, Atascadero
MAKE & TAKE
Does your child receive behavior or speech services? Parents can build materials for
their children's intervention program such as: picture activity schedules, icon
exchange materials, visual schedules, social stories, visual prompts, etc. There will
be computers, printing supplies, laminating supplies, etc. on hand. Training and
support will be provided by Rebecca O’Gorman-Trimbath, BCBA. This workshop is
offered the third Monday of every month.
Monday, September 19, from 10-11:30am by appointment
PHP, 940 Ramona Ave, Suite M, Grover Beach. *RSVP required*
LOCAL EVENTS
PARENT ORIENTATION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION
Brought to you by PHP, Community Advisory Committee and SELPA. This is your opportunity to
learn more about special education programs in San Luis Obispo County.
The evening will include a presentation by Jill Heuer, SELPA Director
Topics will include:
Overview of services in San Luis Obispo
Brief history of IDEA
County SELPA
IEP process & information
Ways to seek solutions
Raising a child with a disability
Wednesday, September 14, 2016 5:30-6:30 p.m. Lucia Mar USD, 227 Bridge Street, Arroyo
Grande, RSVP to 782-7301 by 9/7/16
Subsequent presentations in other parts of the county in November and also January and March
of 2017
SOUTH COUNTY PARENTING SUPPORT GROUP
Please join us for a free Parenting Support group. The group provides parent education and
information about community resources for family support as well as a safe and confidential
place to share concerns and learn with other parents. Facilitated in Spanish by Ximena Ames.
Thursdays, 9am – 11am
September 1st &15th, October 6th & 20th, November 3rd & 17th, December 8th
First 5 School Readiness, 1551 17th St., Oceano
For questions, call Ximena (805) 462-7135
*Evento en Español* GRUPO DE APOYO PARA PADRES DEL CONDADO DEL SUR
Esta invitado a un grupo de apoyo para padres que es totalmente gratis. El grupo ofrece
educación para padres e información de recursos disponibles en la comunidad para el apoyo
familiar. El grupo va a proporcionar un ambiente seguro y un lugar donde podrá compartir
inquietudes y aprender con otros padres de manera confidencial.
Los jueves 9am – 11am
Septiembre 1 & 15, Octubre 6 & 20, Noviembre 3 &17, Diciembre 8
Oficina de First 5 School Readiness, 1551 17th St. Oceano
Para preguntas, llame a Ximena al (805) 462-7135
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center Presents… Friday Open Mic Night
September 30th 6pm – 8pm
SLO county library, 995 Palm St.
OPEN MIC NIGHT PLANNING MEETING
Are you excited for the open mic night, but don’t know what to perform? Come to the
PLANNING MEETING to help brainstorm ideas and spend time with talented friends.
Bring a snack to share.
September 24 from 1pm - 3pm
Meet at Santa Rosa Park
RSVP with Carly at [email protected]
TCRC PEER-TO-PEER HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY
Educational classes focused on social and sexual issues are currently available to adults and
transition-aged youth served by TCRC. This program offers dual curricula. The first
component, Me & You, teaches participants skills that help them reject unhealthy
relationships and nurture positive and safe ones. The second, Respect Yourself, provides clear
and accurate information about human anatomy, sex, reproduction, birth control, STD's,
pregnancy, and abuse prevention. Classes are taught by an experienced peer-training team
with guidance from professional training facilitators, and are fully funded through TCRC.
For more information, please contact Karen Moore, PathPoint-SLO director, at
[email protected], or consult your TCRC service coordinator.
SELF-DETERMINATION
The Self-Determination Program (SDP) is a voluntary alternative to the traditional way of
providing Regional Center services, including greater control of individualized budget. It will
begin when approved for Federal funding, but you must be on the “interest list”; contact TCRC
and your service coordinator or you can self-identify by emailing [email protected] with your
name, name of person interested and your regional center.
Stay tuned for more updates.
FAMILY-TO-FAMILY
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Family-to-Family Education Program is a free,
12-week course offering education and support for family members whose relative or loved one
has schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder (manic depression), panic disorder,
obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, borderline personality disorder,
co-occurring brain disorders or addictive disorders. The class provides up-to-date information on
the diseases, their causes, and treatments available, as well as help and coping tools for the
caregiver or loved one.
Call John Klimala at 550-3889 for more information. www.nami.org/f2f
TRANSITIONS MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION PARENTING CLASSES
10 week Parenting Class/Support Group every Tuesday utilizing the wisdom of Trauma
Informed Heather Forbes. This class will be geared to parents who want to deepen their
connections with their kiddos and have a deeper understanding of what might be driving
challenging behaviors.
For more information call (805) 540-6500
NORTH COUNTY ADAPTIVE SPORTS AND RECREATION PROGRAM
Meets each Thursday evening 6-7:30 pm at Colony Park in Atascadero. Currently we
are playing kickball in the gym and all are welcome!
CCASC AUTISM SPECTRUM PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
Providing opportunities to network and socialize with other parents, grandparents, & guardians,
whose children’s lives are challenged with autism spectrum disorders (including Asperger
Syndrome/HFA/PDD-NOS).
For more info or questions, please contact Debra at 805-235-8038 or email
[email protected].
7-9 pm Every other month, odd months, usually on the third Friday. Please see the calendar of
"Upcoming Events" to confirm dates or any changes in schedule.
Hampton Inn Conference Room; Child Care not available
212 Alexa Court (Hwy. 46 West @ Theatre Drive), Paso Robles
STRIDE's FRIDAY CLUB
A free weekly program put on in conjunction with the SLO Special Olympics. Every Friday for
three hours, between 10 am and 1 pm (in one hour sessions by age group), kinesiology
students interact with individuals with special needs and partake in different forms of sport and
exercise together. It takes place at our Recreation Center, in the main gym.
Every Friday 10-11 am (elementary -high school students)
11-12 pm (young adults) 12-1 pm (older adults)
Cal Poly’s Recreation Center Main Gym
For more information, email [email protected] or
Michael Lara at [email protected]
UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY (UCP)
UCP’s Family and Youth Services are dedicated to providing full access for children and adults
with disabilities in the community. Please contact UCP for more information about Kids & Teens
Club, Teen Camp, Adult Camp, Leisure Club, and Community Integration Programs. 543-7102
ARTS FOR LIVING
Music groups in– San Luis Obispo (Thursdays 4-5 pm) and Atascadero (every other Tuesday 6-7
pm)
Glee Club inclusive community choir. Every Wednesday 5:30-6:30 at UCP of SLO.
For more information, contact Laura DeLoye at 225-6101 or [email protected]
FAMILY TIES SUPPORT GROUP
Are you caring for another relative’s child? Then you are a “Kin Caregiver”. Kinship Center has
a monthly support group in Oceano. For more info call 434-2126 Marta ext. 3030 Alex ext.
3031
WEBINARS
SELF DETERMINATION FOR REGIONAL CENTER CLIENTS
Judy Mark, Parent Advocate and member of the StateWide Task Force on Self Determination
will talk about Self Determination, what it is, how does it work, and how it affects service
delivery for people with disabilities in California.
Wednesday September 7 6:30pm. PST
To register:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/672937776269793028